Bruneau and Cos October 31st Fall Fine Art and Antiques Auction has Fine Art Asian Arts Furniture

Cranston, RI, October 20, 2020 -- A live and online Fall Fine Art & Antiques auction packed with 533 lots of fine art, Asian arts, furniture and more is slated for Saturday, October 31st, at 10 am Eastern time by Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers. Limited in-house seating is by appointment only, just for active bidders in the Bruneau & Co. gallery at 63 Fourth Avenue. To reserve a seat, call 401-533-9980.

The live, in-house bidding will involve mask requirements, social distancing and other COVID-19 protocols, per strict CDC and Rhode Island state guidelines. Otherwise, folks can bid online via LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com, Bidsquare.com, bidLIVE.Bruneauandco.com and the mobile app “Bruneau & Co.” on iTunes or GooglePlay. Phone and absentee bids also accepted.

“This auction is literally packed,” said Bruneau & Co. president Kevin Bruneau. “It’s one of our largest antique catalogs ever, with well over 500 lots in total. The sale certainly offers something for everyone. My favorite piece is the doughnut sign. It’s a rare bird for serious sign collectors.”

He's referring to the Downyflake Doughnuts porcelain storefront sign, made circa 1940 and a hard-to-find piece of Boston history and advertising collecting. Impressive at 10 feet 10 inches long, the sign is made from individually rolled iron letters mounted to an iron C-channel support reading “Downyflake Doughnuts”. Founded in 1931, there were 36 franchised Downyflake Doughnut shops in eastern Massachusetts until 1965. The sign should command $800-$1,200.

“I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate Halloween than with an auction,” said Travis Landry, a Bruneau & Co. auctioneer. One of my favorite things about Asian arts is you never truly know the value of something. It’s the category with the most wild cards. It’ll be interesting to see what the cider jug and large Republic Period vase sell for. Both are excellent examples.”

The 18th or 19th century Chinese Export famille rose porcelain cider jug, 15 ½ inches tall and 10 inches in diameter, is decorated with a hunting scene in a central cartouche, surrounded by flowers, gilded tendril designs and two cartouches of European landscape scenes towards the mouth. The lid is topped with a flower shaped finial and orange Fitzhugh accents throughout. The jug’s bottom rosewood base shows a Sotheby's tag (est. $1,500-$2,500).

The 20th century Chinese Republic Period vase is baluster form, decorated with applied dragons and foo beast handles over images of a phoenix and dragon behind large roses with calligraphy and chop marks to the back. The 23 ¾ inch tall vase, from the collection of an Uxbridge, Massachusetts gentleman, is expected to change hands for $200-$300.

The fine art category is plentiful and includes these paintings by noted, listed artists:

- A watercolor on paper by George Copeland Ault (N.Y./Ohio/England, 1891-1948), titled White and Yellow: Provincetown, an architectural depiction of white houses in a neighborhood on Cape Cod, 10 ¼ inches by 14 inches (sight) signed “Burnett” and with two Rockport Art Association labels fixed on verso (est. $1,500-$2,500).

- An oil on canvas portrait of a young maiden dressed in red, feeding two lambs at her sides, by Eugene Joseph Lejeune (French, 1818-1897), signed “Eug. Lejeune” lower right-hand corner, 15 ½ inches by 11 ½ inches (sight, less frame), with an original label from Roger King Gallery of Fine Art on verso (est. $1,000-$1,500).

- A fine oil on board Impressionist windblown coastal seascape by Walter Brightwell, Jr. (Maine, 1919-2005), depicting a blonde woman standing on a rockery with waves crashing around her and staring out to sea, 14 inches by 30 inches (board size, less frame), signed “Brightwell” in corner (est. 1,000-$1,500).

One other item worth mentioning is a circa 1940 game of chance slot machine, made in America, a one-cent cigarette trade stimulator with a wood veneer case, 18 inches tall by 11 inches wide and made from wood and metal, having mechanicals numbered “JR 1608”, an interior with label “18962” and wood case impressed “137” (est. $600-$900).

Previews will be held on Thursday and Friday, October 29th and 30th, from 9 am-4 pm Eastern time, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 401-533-9980. Masks are required.

Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers will be holding a major Modern & Contemporary Art Auction on Monday, November 30th, also online and with limited available gallery seating just for serious bidders. Again, masks, social distancing and other COVID-19 protocols will be in place. Bruneau & Co. will be accepting consignments for this auction through Monday, November 9th.

Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers is always accepting quality consignments for future auctions, with commissions as low as zero percent. Now would be a perfect time to clean out your attic. To contact Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers about consigning a single piece or an entire collection, you may send an e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Or, you can phone them at 401-533-9980.

To learn more about Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers and the live and online Fall Fine Art & Antiques Auction planned for Oct. 31st, visit www.bruneauandco.com. Updates are posted often.

About Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers:
Established in 2015 by owner Kevin Bruneau, Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers is an energetic and young auction house built on the backbone of over fifty years of combined experience in the antiques and auction world. Bruneau & Co. believes in bridging the gap between antique and contemporary utilizing modern day methods to market history in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. We take pride in orchestrating specialty and single owner catalogs giving proper and factual representation of any and all “cool” items of value. As a multifaceted company our expertise goes beyond the traditional antique; we follow market trends and bring to light what the public calls for. From its beginning, Bruneau & Co. has been partnered with Altered Reality Entertainment, parent company of Rhode Island Comic Con in organizing toy, comic, and collectible auctions bringing Pop Culture to a live auction environment. Our focus on emerging markets extends to contemporary and urban art, modern design, and Asian arts. To learn more, visit www.bruneauandco.com.

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DIMO and NTB partner to offer exclusive leasing solutions

DIMO, the only Authorized General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz and Jeep in Sri Lanka, has continued to highlight its strong commitment towards providing customer-centric service with its latest announcement of the partnership with Nations Trust Bank (NTB) to provide faster, easier, and more accessible leasing options for clients purchasing Mercedes-Benz and Jeep vehicles.

The Nations Trust Bank - DIMO Lease Promotion will be applicable for both brand new and pre-owned Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and commercial vehicles, as well as Jeep SUVs sold by DIMO. This exclusive partnership will enable the exclusive clientele of DIMO to gain access to a range of luxurious options to purchase a Mercedes-Benz or Jeep vehicle via easy leasing methods. The availability of a wide array of pre-owned vehicles provides customers a wider selection to choose and customers can expect rapid delivery of their vehicles. The promotion, which commenced on 22nd September 2020, will continue until 31st March 2021.

The partnership offers a Personal Contract Plan (PCP) which allows for flexible payment methods that cater to changing customer needs while letting the customer benefit from a lower monthly instalment. It includes special interest rates for both brand new and pre-owned vehicles with the flexibility to configure the Equated Monthly Instalments with residual values up to 40% on a repayment period spanning up to five years. In addition, DIMO will offer preferential prices exclusively to Nations Trust Bank customers for all Mercedes-Benz and Jeep vehicles. A one year DIMO certified Pre -Owned Warranty and discounts up to Rs.100, 000/- will be applicable for all purchases. Additionally, a discounted insurance package without owner’s share (up to 5 years) and special interest rate of 9.5% are also available.

Rajeev Pandithage - General Manager (Mercedes-Benz) of DIMO stated, “At DIMO, we have a history of constantly searching for new ways to offer our clientele the chance to acquire their dream vehicle at the best prices and with minimum hassle. Through our strategic partnerships and customer-centric promotions, we have had a lot of success in this area. Our latest partnership with Nations Trust Bank is a continuation of these efforts and we are happy to be able to offer the lowest rates in the market so that more clients will be able to afford their dream Mercedes-Benz or Jeep vehicle through DIMO.”

Priyantha Samaradiwakara, Senior Vice President – Leasing at Nations Trust Bank commented, “It is with pride that we partner with a premier automobile company such as DIMO. We are constantly looking for ways to provide our customers with the best value and convenience. Most recently, our game-changing Nations Onsite Leasing proposition has made leasing more convenient than ever before.  Customers can now initiate the leasing process at the vehicle sales point and our agents will take care of the rest. This partnership with DIMO will allow our valued customers to take advantage of the collective strength and expertise to own a premium class vehicle through our flexible & convenient leasing packages."

A premier distributor of luxury vehicles in Sri Lanka spanning 80 years, DIMO has cultivated an irreplaceable and a long-standing relationship with vehicle enthusiasts across the country as a result of their impeccable service. As the Authorized General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz and Jeep in Sri Lanka, DIMO has continuously proven its commitment towards focusing on individual customer needs and preferences, by paying attention to detail, and ensuring each client enjoys a hassle-free purchasing experience.  In addition to this, DIMO offers after-sales services which are unmatched. All DIMO imported vehicles receive service repairs for every 10,000 km, with factory warrantees, and 1 year warrantees for each repair.

Photo Caption - DIMO and NTB officials exchanging the agreements 

DIMO and NTB officials exchanging the agreements

Julia Hair Launches Halloween Sale 2020

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BBG Employee Benefits Advisor Jessica Du Bois Recognized In 2020 40 Under 40 Awards

Fairfax, Virginia (release-news) October 20, 2020 - Jessica Du Bois, an employee benefits advisor at Business Benefits Group, was recently named a 2020 honoree for the 40 Under 40 Awards presented by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce for her outstanding achievements as a benefits consultant. This program recognizes top men and women age 40 and under who are engaged in a variety of professional fields and helping to shape the future of Northern Virginia.

The 40 Under 40 program was established in 2016 by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce honor top talent who have contributed to the success and wellbeing of Alexandria, VA, and its surrounding areas. The Chamber selected a new generation of incredible individuals, such as Jessica Du Bois, who have exhibited long-term success in various industries. The ability to keep up with client demands, impact small to mid-sized businesses, and help foster a thriving community are among the many qualities that earned individuals a spot on the list. The Chamber's 2020 40 Under 40 Awards will be presented by Beyer Subaru on Thursday, October 29, 2020, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST. Friends, family members, and coworkers of the honorees are invited to join the virtual event as they accept their awards.

BBG would like to congratulate Jessica Du Bois for being recognized as one of the forty honorees chosen by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce. As a senior benefits advisor, Jessica helps employers develop and enhance their employee benefit programs. Within three years of being an advisor, Jessica has received multiple recognitions such as being named the 2019 Face of Change by BenefitsPro magazine, 2020 Rising Star by Employee Benefits Adviser magazine, and Broker of the Year within her agency. Jessica continues to demonstrate excellence at BBG, providing business owners with lifelong insurance options to benefit the futures of their employees and organization.

"When I moved to the DC region, I had the goal of building a strong reputation and making a positive impact. Being named a 40 under 40 honoree by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce tells me that I am on the right track. I am so thankful to be a part of such a great community filled with opportunities to continue to grow and prosper personally and professionally".

Speak to Jessica Du Bois or any of the other benefits consultants at Business Benefits Group for more information and to receive consultation on employee benefits for your company. BBG offers a variety of services such as commercial auto, DBA, directors and officers, errors and omissions, general liability, malpractice, property, and umbrella liability insurance options. BBG can be contacted toll-free by phone at (844) 201-3612 or online at https://www.bbgbroker.com/. The firm is headquartered at 4069 Chain Bridge Road, Top Floor, Fairfax, VA 22030.

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Help in Homework is moving from an email based service to a web based service

Help in Homework will be transforming their service into a web-based service. Previously being an email-based service, they now plan to change it to a fully web-based service. Prior to this, their work process and all the communications were carried out via email. However, everything will now happen on the website itself, in order to make it more convenient and user-friendly.

 

What is Help with Homework?

They are an online service provider who helps students with homework and assignments. They provide assignment writing services mainly in the USA and they have a team of expert academic writers. Their writers are well equipped in writing assignments according to the guidelines and format of all the major universities in the USA.

 

What is changing?

Prior to this announcement, all the communications related to the service were carried out through email. To request an assignment, the students had to fill out a form on the website with details such as their email address and assignment questions.

All further communication from then on such as discussion related to pricing and deadlines, payment confirmation, and delivery of assignment after completion was being done through email.

As mentioned on their website 'helpinhomework.org', in order to place an assignment writing request, a student goes to their website, opens the 'post a question' section, and fills up a form with the following details - Name, email address, assignment question(s), and relevant attachments if any.

After the request is received by their service managers, they evaluate the assignment and respond to the student with a price quote and deadline. After mutual agreement, the student pays the fees by going to the 'make payment' page on their website.

Once the payment is done, the student has to send a payment confirmation through email and after that, the writers start working on the assignment and deliver it on completion through email again.

From this announcement onwards, the above-mentioned process will be changed from email-based to completely web-based. The whole process will be carried out on the website itself - right from posting a question to receiving the assignment.

The users will now be required to signup/login to the website to place a request, which makes it easier to post questions, make payments, keep track of current or past assignments, request revisions, etc. All the communications that were previously done through email will all be done on the website itself, in order to make the process more convenient and hassle-free.

 

When will the change take place?

The exact date is yet to be announced but the transition from being an email-based service to becoming a fully web-based service will be happening soon. The change is currently in development. The necessary changes to be made on the website are being developed.

Help In Homework Changes such as a login/signup feature, posting a question and discussion feature, and a payment page, are in the last phase of development. Testing of the new features has already begun, and according to official sources, the changes are likely to be implemented in the coming week.